Port NOLA Names Beth Ann Branch President & CEO
that the Port will reach new heights and drive sustainable growth for both the region and the international trade community."Branch's career also includes 18 years at Maersk, where she held various leadership roles at both the U.S. and global headquarters. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Duke University and an MBA from the University of North Carolina.“I am truly honored to join the Port NOLA and NOPB teams,” said incoming Port NOLA President & CEO and NOPB CEO, Beth Ann Branch. “Port NOLA plays an essential role in driving economic growth for our region and state, and
VideoRay Names Snyder Director of Applications Engineering, Integration and Testing
Underwater robotics solutions company VideoRay announced the appointment of Jeff Snyder as its new Director of Applications Engineering, Integration and Testing.Snyder began his career with a degree from Duke University before serving as a special operations officer for the US Navy. After his service with the US Navy, he earned a graduate degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Now a highly seasoned marine technology professional, Snyder brings to VideoRay over two decades of expertise garnered from leadership and field positions at robotics and technology organizations such as
Brendan Smith Takes the Helm as President, Seaward Services
Group in 2016, citing a desire to return to the water. He joined NYC Ferry in 2016, first as Director of Engineering before his promotion to Vice President.Smith holds a Bachelor of Science in Climatology from The Ohio State University and a Master’s of Engineering Management from Duke University. He also graduated from the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command and the Navy's Nuclear Prototype Training Unit where he received certification from the Department of Energy to manage an S5W nuclear reactor
Senior Surveyor Sean Murphy Joins ABL Boston
new appointment of Sean Murphy as Senior Surveyor based in Boston, adding to ABL’s strengths in both the local maritime and offshore renewables industries.Murphy is a chartered naval architect and marine engineer, and a graduate of Webb Institute with a masters in engineering management from Duke University.He has extensive experience in marine casualty investigations for various interests, serving as an expert witness in his field. Murphy has provided risk assessments and marine warranty surveys for complex load outs, heavy lift project cargos and vessel salvage.Most recently Murphy has supported
NOAA Names Pentony Atlantic Fisheries Administrator
; Before joining NOAA Fisheries in 2002, Pentony worked for five years as a policy analyst for the New England Fishery Management Council, primarily on issues related to habitat, marine protected areas, and the deep-sea red crab fishery. He has a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Duke University in North Carolina, and a Master’s of Environmental Management from the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University. Between college and graduate school, Pentony served for six years as an officer in the U.S. Air Force as an engineering project manager on a variety of military
J.F. Lehman & Company Appoints Hanenberg to Principal
an Associate and has been promoted four times. Prior to joining J.F. Lehman, he was an investment banking analyst in the Global Industrials Group at Banc of America Securities where he worked extensively in the Aerospace & Defense end-markets. Mr. Hanenberg earned a B.S. in economics from Duke University and an M.B.A. from Columbia University's Graduate School of Business
CBMM Names Kristen Greenaway New President
position, including a core background leading non-profits in a development capacity. With 20 years non-profit experience, Greenaway brings 12 years serving in a museum leadership and development role to the position. She currently serves as the Director of Development and External Relations at Duke University’s Nasher Museum of Art. Her experience also includes serving as Director of Development at Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society; as Director of Events and Communications at Sally Ride Science in San Diego; and the Executive Director of the San Diego Sea to Sea Trail Foundation. &ldquo
Ladd Joins Elliott Bay Design Group
formal establishment of EBDG's human resources department as well as facilitating recruitment and talent acquisition. Ladd’s background includes management development, succession planning, employee engagement, and change management, as well as training and coaching. Ladd is a graduate of Duke University and a member of Association for Talent Development Society for Human Resource Management and the International Coach Federation, Washington State Chapter. ebdg.com
